CHAUVET Professional COLORado Expo W Indoor Outdoor Wash Light User Manual

CHAUVET Professional COLORado Expo W Indoor Outdoor Wash Light

Edition Notes
The COLORado EXPO W User Manual includes a description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation and maintenance instructions for the COLORado EXPO W as of the release date of this edition.

Trademarks
Chauvet, Chauvet Professional, the Chauvet logo, and COLORado are registered trademarks or trademarks of Chauvet & Sons, LLC (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other countries. Other company and product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.

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Manual Use
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Intended Audience
Any person installing, operating, and/or maintaining this product should completely read through the guide that shipped with the product, as well as this manual, before installing, operating, or maintaining this product.

Disclaimer
Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However, Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to any party for any loss, damage or disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision, however, Chauvet has no obligation to make and does not commit to make any such revisions. Download the latest version from www.chauvetprofessional.com.

Document Revision
This COLORado EXPO W User Manual is the 1st edition of this document. Go to www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest version.

Before You Begin

What Is Included

• COLORado EXPO W
• Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power cable
• Gel frame
• Quick Reference Guide

Claims

Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition. If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate a claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection. For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.

Text Conventions

Symbols

Any reference to data or power connections in this manual assumes the use of Seetronic IP rated cables. The term “DMX” used throughout this manual refers to the USITT DMX512-A digital data transmission protocol.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
   undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Expected LED Lifespan
Over time, use and heat will gradually reduce LED brightness. Clustered LEDs produce more heat than single LEDs, contributing to shorter lifespans if always used at full intensity. The average LED lifespan is 40,000 to 50,000 hours. To extend LED lifespan, maintain proper ventilation around the product, and limit the overall intensity.

Safety Notes
Read all the following safety notes before working with this product. These notes contain important information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.

• This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in this User Manual will only apply to properly trained, certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
• All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this product.
• The luminaire is intended for professional use only.
• The luminaire should be positioned so that prolonged staring into the luminaire at a distance closer than 3.28 ft (1 m) is not expected.
• If the external flexible cable or cord of this luminaire is damaged, it shall be replaced by a special cord or cord exclusively available from the manufacturer or its service agent.
• The light source contained in this luminaire shall only be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person.

CAUTION:

• This product’s housing may be hot when operating. Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.
• When transferring the product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g., cold truck to warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of the product. To avoid causing a failure, allow the product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
• Flashing light is known to trigger epileptic seizures. User must comply with local laws regarding notification of strobe use.
• ALWAYS:
• Disconnect from power before cleaning the product or replacing the fuse.
• When using an IP65-rated product in an outdoor environment, use IP65- (or higher) rated power and data cable.
• Replace and secure IP-rated protective covers to all power, data, USB, or other ports when not in use.
• Replace the fuse with the same type and rating.
• Use a safety cable when mounting this product overhead.
• Connect this product to a grounded and protected circuit.
• DO NOT:
• Open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Look at the light source when the product is on.
• Leave any flammable material within 50 cm of this product while operating or connected to power.
• Connect this product to a dimmer or rheostat.
• Operate this product if the housing, lenses, or cables appear damaged.
• Submerge this product (adhere to standards for the published IP rating). Regular outdoor operation is fine.
• Permanently install outdoors in locations with extreme environmental conditions. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Exposure to a marine/saline environment (within 3 miles of a saltwater body of water).
• Locations where normal temperatures exceed the temperature ranges in this manual.
• Locations that are prone to flooding or being buried in snow.
• Other areas where the product will be subject to extreme radiation or caustic substances.
• ONLY use the handles or the hanging/mounting brackets to carry this product.
• The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate this product at higher temperatures.
• The minimum startup temperature is -4°F (-20°C). Do not start the product at lower temperatures.
• The minimum ambient temperature is -22°F (-30°C). Do not operate the product at lower temperatures.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using immediately.

If a Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.

Introduction

Description

The COLORado EXPO W is a rugged IP65-rated indoor/outdoor wash light that projects over 5,000 lumens of high quality 3200K warm white light with a 12° beam angle. High-resolution 16-bit dimming is smooth, and manually adjusting output is easy with its on-board rotary dimming dial. Phenomenal CRI and TLCI scores, selectable PWM, and included gel accessories make the COLORado EXPO W a versatile instrument, on-site or on camera, in any setting.

• High-power warm white wash light with easy standalone control
• Warm, 3200K white light
• 16-bit dimming resolution for smooth fades
• Intuitive rotary dial for easy manual dimmer settings
• Selectable, smooth dimming curves for programming versatility
• All environment operation with IP rated power and DMX connections
• 5-pin DMX input/output connections
• LED display with password protection

Product Overview

Product Dimensions

Setup

AC Power

The COLORado EXPO W has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.

• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.

Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.

AC Plug

The COLORado EXPO W comes with a power input cable terminated with a Seetronic Powerkon A connector on one end and an Edison connector on the other end (U.S. market). Use the table below to wire a plug.

Power Linking

 | 100 V, 60 Hz| 120 V, 60 Hz| 208 V, 60 Hz| 230 V, 50 Hz| 240 V, 50 Hz
---|---|---|---|---|---
Current Draw| 1.495 A| 1.234 A| 0.723 A| 0.657 A| 0.633 A

It is possible to power link COLORado EXPO W products. See the table below for the current draw at each voltage and frequency:

Remote Device Management, or RDM, is a standard for allowing DMX-enabled devices to communicate bi-directionally along existing DMX cabling. Check the DMX controller’s User Manual or with the manufacturer as not all DMX controllers have this capability. The COLORado EXPO W supports RDM protocol that allows feedback to make changes to menu map options.

Mounting

Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes. For our Chauvet Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://trusst.com/products/.

Orientation

Always mount this product in a safe position, making sure there is adequate room for ventilation, configuration, and maintenance.

Rigging

Chauvet recommends using the following general guidelines when mounting this product.

• Before deciding on a location for the product, make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.
• Make sure that the structure and attachment points can support the weight before hanging the product. See the Technical Specifications for weight information.
• When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
• When rigging the product onto a truss, use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity.

Procedure

The COLORado EXPO W comes with a double-yoke bracket to which the user can directly attach a mounting clamp (sold separately). Make sure the clamp is capable of supporting the weight of this product. For the Chauvet Professional line of mounting clamps, go to http://www.trusst.com/products.

Mounting Diagram

Operation

Control Panel Description

into the function
< UP>| Navigates upwards through the menu list or increases the value when in a function
< DOWN>| Navigates downwards through the menu list or decreases the value when in a function
Dimmer knob| Increases or decreases the dimmer value

Menu Map

Refer to the COLORado EXPO W product page on www.chauvetprofessional.com for the latest menu map.

DMX

Address

| 001–512| Sets the starting address

DMX

Channel

| 1Ch| 1-channel: dimmer
2Ch| 2-channel: 16-bit dimmer
3Ch| 3-channel: 16-bit dimmer, strobe
4Ch| 4-channel: 16-bit dimmer, strobe, dimmer mode
Static| Dimmer| 0–255| Standalone dimmer control
Strobe| Standalone strobe control ( 0–10 no function)
Master/ Slave| Master| DMX mode (Master)
Slave| Slave mode
Dimmer Mode| Off| Linear dimmer
Dimmer1–3| Dimmer speed, fast ( 1 ) to slow ( 3 )

Dmx Error

| Save| Continues the last command upon loss of DMX signal
Black| Blacks out product upon loss of DMX

LED

Frequency

| 600Hz|

Sets the Pulse Width Modulation frequency

1200Hz
2000Hz
4000Hz
6000Hz
25kHz
Fan Mode| Auto| Fan speed set by product temperature
On| Fan speed set on high

Back Light

| 10S| Display turns off after 10 seconds
30S| Display turns off after 30 seconds
2Min| Display turns off after 2 minutes
Always On| Display stays on
Knob On/Off| On| Enables dimmer knob
Off| Disables dimmer knob

Information

| FIXTURE HOURS| Device:| H| Shows hours product has been on
LED:| H| Shows hours LEDs have been on
VERSION| COLORado EXPO W V. _| Shows the current firmware version
UID| | Shows the product UID
Reset Factory| No| Reset to factory default settings
Yes

Configuration (DMX)

Use control configurations to operate the product with a DMX controller.

Control Personalities

To set the control personality:

1. Go to the DMX Channel main level.
2. Select the desired personality, from 1Ch, 2Ch, 3Ch, or 4Ch.

• See th eStarting Address section for the highest selectable starting address for each personality.
• Make sure that the starting addresses on the various products do not overlap due to the new personality setting.

Starting Address

Each product will respond to a unique starting address from the controller. All products with the same starting address will respond in unison. To set the starting address:

1. Go to the DMX Address main level.
2. Select the starting address (001–512).

• The highest recommended starting address for 1Ch is 512.
• The highest recommended starting address for 2Ch is 511.
• The highest recommended starting address for 3Ch is 510.
• The highest recommended starting address for 4Ch is 509.

Control Channel Assignments and Values

1Ch| 2Ch| 3Ch| 4Ch| Function| Value| Percent/Setting
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
1| 1| 1| 1| Dimmer| 000 ó 255| 0–100%
–| 2| 2| 2| Fine dimmer| 000 ó 255| 0–100%
–| –| 3| 3| Strobe| 000 ó 010

011 ó 255

| No function

Strobe, slow to fast

–

| ****

–

| ****

–

| ****

4

| ****

Dimmer mode

| 000 ó 051

052 ó 101

102 ó 152

153 ó 203

204 ó 255

| Preset dimmer speed from display menu Linear dimmer

Dimmer mode 1 (fastest) Dimmer mode 2

Dimmer mode 3 (slowest)

Configuration (Standalone)

To manually control the dimmer and strobe:

1. Go to the Static main level.
2. Select from Dimmer or Strobe.
3. Set the selected value from 000–255.

Configuration (Settings)

Master/Slave

The Master/Slave mode allows a group of COLORado EXPO W products (the slaves) to simultaneously duplicate the output of another COLORado EXPO W (the master) without a DMX controller.

1. Go to the Master/Slave main level
2. Select Slave.

To set each of the slaves:

To set the master:

1. Go to the Master/Slave main level
2. Select Master.
3.  Select a standalone setting.

• The master is the one that runs a program whether in Auto or Static mode.
• Do not connect a DMX controller to the products configured for Master/Slave operation. The DMX controller may interfere with signals from the master.
• The master should be the first product in the daisy chain.

Dimmer Speed

This setting determines how fast the output of the COLORado EXPO W changes when the output value is modified. It provides four different options to simulate the dimming curve of an incandescent lighting product. To select a specific dimmer profile, do the following:

1. Go to the Dimmer Mode main level.
2. Select a dimmer curve (Off, Dimmer 1, Dimmer 2, or Dimmer 3). Off: The output is proportional (linear) to the dimmer channel value.

Dimmer 1–3 : The output follows the dimmer value based on the corresponding dimmer curve, Dimmer 1 being the fastest.

DMX Error

To select how the product will respond to losing a DMX control signal:

1. Go to the Dmx Error main level.
2. Select from Save (continues last command) or Black (blackout).

LED Frequency

To adjust the frequency of the pulse width modulation:

1. Go to the LED Frequency main level.
2. Select the frequency, from 600Hz, 1200Hz, 2000Hz, 4000Hz, 6000Hz, or 25kHz.

Fan Mode

To select the fan mode:

1. Go to the Fan Mode main level.
2. Select from Auto (fan speed adjusts to the product temperature) or On (maximum fan speed).

Back Light

To set how long before an inactive display will turn off:

1.  Go to the Back Light main level.
2. Select the length of the backlight timer, from 10S (10 seconds), 30S (30 seconds), 2Min (2 minutes), or Always On.

Dimmer Knob

To enable or disable the dimmer knob:

1. Go to the Knob On/Off main level.
2. Select from On (enable) or Off (disable).

Information

To view essential product information:

1. Go to the Information main level.
2. Select Fixture Hours, Version, or UID.

Factory Reset

To reset the product to factory settings:

1. Go to the Reset Factory main level.
2. Select No (to cancel) or Yes (to reset the product configuration).

Maintenance

Product Maintenance

Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of the light source’s life and/or mechanical wear. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean each lighting product at least twice a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency.

To clean the product, follow the instructions below:

1. Unplug the product from power.
2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface/vents.
4. Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol.
5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
7. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint. Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.

Technical Specifications

Contact Us

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Warranty & Returns

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